NWCS - Administrative Support Assistant (HR00009)

Job Description:

NWCS - Administrative Support Assistant (HR00009)

Description

Northwest Community Services is recruiting for an Administrative Support Assistant in the Human Resources department, to be a part of a highly effective team that supports over 500 employees, that makes a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. NWCS is a state operated program within the Department of Mental Health and supports 100+ individuals receiving 24/7 residential services in their own homes across four counties. This position will be domiciled in Higginsville.

The Administrative Support Assistant must be detailed orientated, work well with others, have good time management skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer programs and willing to travel.

This position assists in hiring, scheduling interviews, screening applicants to verify eligibility, requesting background checks, etc. coordinates new hire orientation, disseminates employee information, assists in a variety of personnel/payroll related questions, and scanning and filing various documentation, maintains tracking of various documents and reports, sends and receives various correspondence. This position will be responsible for clerical, printing, and related tasks supporting work area(s), including but not limited to generating memos and email communications with outside entities, scheduling and attending meetings/interviews and typing/composing documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid driver’s license

• GED/HS Diploma

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the processes and procedures applicable to assigned area.

• Skills in the operation of office equipment and experience using computer programs.

• Ability to organize work assignments.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide guidance to other employees.

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.

SCHEDULE:

Work schedule will be 8:00am - 4:30pm with Saturday and Sunday as days off (flex as needed)

TO APPLY:

Send resume and cover letter by 4:30pm on August 12, 2025 to:

Northwest Community Services

Ashlea Thompson, Human Resources Generalist

Ashlea.Thompson@dmh.mo.gov

1547 W Commerce Drive

Marshall, MO 65340

FAX: (660) 831-3066 PHONE: (660) 831-3025

http://www.dmh.mo.gov

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